In a subsequent statement, Alpha Bank chairman of the board Vassilis Rapanos noted that “in the emerging new environment of positive prospects, we want our bank to play a leading role in the financing of the Greek economy in anticipation of a strong, investment-led, recovery”.
Group CEO Vassilios Psaltis emphasized that “the bank is raising growth capital to support our customers in taking full advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead, which will allow for a strong value creation for our shareholders”.